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Hendersonville Today
By the People, for the People
Hendersonville Unveils New Pet Scanner to Help Reunite Lost Pets
The scanner allows users to quickly check for microchips and contact owners of lost pets.
Published on Feb. 21, 2026
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Hendersonville Parks and Recreation has installed a new pet scanner at Samson's Dog Park to help reunite lost pets with their owners. The scanner can read microchips and provide contact information for the pet's owner if the animal is registered. Parks Director Andy Gilley said the city has seen an uptick in lost pets and hopes the new scanner will make it easier to guide more pets safely back home.
Why it matters
The new pet scanner is an innovative solution to a common community issue. Lost pets can cause significant stress for both owners and animals, and this technology provides a quick and easy way to potentially reunite them. It also highlights Hendersonville's commitment to supporting pet owners and promoting responsible pet ownership.
The details
The pet scanner is located at Samson's Dog Park and features instructions on how to use it. Users simply scan the pet, which will display a number if a microchip is detected. They can then scan a QR code to access the owner's contact information and reunite the pet. If no microchip is found, the sign provides guidance on next steps, such as contacting the local humane society or a Facebook group for lost pets.
- The pet scanner was unveiled by Parks Director Andy Gilley on Friday, February 21, 2026.
The players
Andy Gilley
The parks director for Hendersonville Parks and Recreation, who announced the new pet scanner and demonstrated its use.
Hendersonville Parks and Recreation
The local government agency that installed the new pet scanner at Samson's Dog Park to help reunite lost pets with their owners.
What they’re saying
“If your pup ever gets separated, this scanner makes it quick and easy to check for a microchip. Simply follow the directions on the sign attached to the scanner. It's that simple.”
— Hendersonville Parks and Recreation (Facebook)
“Scan it like I'm scanning Willy. After scanning, a number will pop up. Then you scan the QR code on the sign at the station, enter the number and it will help you contact the owner if the pet is registered.”
— Andy Gilley, Parks Director (WSMV)
What’s next
The city plans to promote the new pet scanner and encourage all pet owners to ensure their animals are microchipped to increase the chances of being reunited if they become lost.
The takeaway
Hendersonville's new pet scanner is a valuable tool that leverages technology to help address a common community issue. By making it easier to reunite lost pets with their owners, the scanner supports responsible pet ownership and promotes the well-being of both animals and their families.
